William David Bears, 45, Maryville, Missouri died on Thursday, February 7, 2013, at his home in Maryville.
David was born February 21, 1967 in Maryville, the son of Eldon L. and Margaret (Gross) Bears.
He was a graduate of Maryville High School and was employed by Kawasaki Motors working on the production line.
He was a member of St Gregory Catholic Church, Maryville.
Preceding him in death were his father Eldon Bears, an infant brother Martin Lee Bears and a niece Paige Gard.
Survivors include his mother Margaret Bears, Maryville; Chris Bears, Council Bluffs, Iowa, Mick Bears, Skidmore, Missouri, Ed Bears, Savannah, Missouri, John (Ginger) Bears, Maryville, Jean Reed, Maryville, Bet (John) Gard, Maitland, Missouri, Sue (Brad) Peve, Hopkins, Missouri; numerous nieces, nephews, great nieces and great nephews.
Mr. Bears body has been cremated.
A memorial Mass will be held at 11:00 AM, Monday, February 11, 2013 at St. Gregory's Catholic Church in Maryville.
Online condolences may be made to the family at www.pricefuneralhomemaryville.com